Blandford: Garrison cinema latest movie ' The Uprising' Fri 13th & Mon 16th Nov

Rated 15 Cast Andrew Garfield, Jamie Bell ( Historical action)

Historical action drama in which a man leads a rebellion army against the royal oppression of King Richard II.

Food and drink available to purchase at the door.

Ticket prices

Adult (15+) £4

Child £3

Family ticket £11

Senior (60+) £3

Student £3

For more information and to watch trailers click https://cinemas.bfbs.com/blandford

Blandford: Garrison cinema latest showing 'Ebenezer' - Sun 15th & Wed 18th Nov

Rated 15 Cast: Johnny Depp, Andrea Riseborough ( Clasic Christmas story)

A thrilling ghost story set in Dickens' London, following one man's supernatural journey to face his past, present and future as he fights for a second chance at redemption

Watch the trailer here. EBENEZER | BFBS Cinemas

Food and drink available to purchase at the door.

Ticket prices

Adult (15+) £4

Child £3

Family ticket £11

Senior (60+) £3

Student £3


For more information and to watch trailers click https://cinemas.bfbs.com/blandford

Bovington: New free infant massage group starts Monday 16th Nov

DorPIP is bringing free infant massage to Bovington, funded by the Purbeck Local Alliance Group.

In partnership with Wareham Family Hub, the programme is delivered from Bovington Networking Point, (by Bovington Academy School) Holt Road, BH20 6LE.

 
Mondays, 1pm–2:30pm, 16th November – 7th December 2026. For parents and carers with babies aged four weeks to pre-crawling.

DorPIP specialises in parent-infant relationships. Infant massage helps parents and carers notice their baby’s cues, grow in confidence and strengthen their relationship.

This relationship-focused support forms part of the Best Start Local plan and Healthy Babies programme.

Following our positive experience with military families at Blandford Camp, we’re pleased to bring this support to Bovington.

This is a targeted programme with joining criteria and six family places, keeping the group small so families have time and support.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

Bovington: Tank museum christmas market and santa meet & greet - Sat 14th & Sun 15th Nov

Get festive at The Tank Museum with two fun-filled days of a local craft market, live entertainment, and see Santa arrive in a tank.

The event will see Santa swap his reindeer and sleigh for a tank, taking him into the Museum’s Kuwait arena where visitors can ask him questions.

Elliot Wills, Events Operations Manager, said: “The arrival of Santa on a tank may seem like an unusual idea; however, British tank regiments and their communities have had this tradition for around 100 years. It is important to us, as the regimental museum of the Royal Tank Regiment, to keep this Christmas tradition alive for the community.

“We’re also delighted to be once again partnering Dorset Team, a community of makers, artists, and small businesses selling high-quality crafts, art, toys and gifts.”

Alongside Christmas shopping, The Tank Museum’s restaurant will be serving festive food and drink.

Attendees can also listen to live music from the Bournemouth and District Concert Band, one of the largest concert bands in Dorset.

Annual Passes and memberships are valid for this event, and all tickets include free returns for a year. Pre-book your entry ticket online to save 20%! Tankmuseum.org/events/dorset-christmas

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Wales: Baby Bundles: get essential items to support your baby

 

For more information: https://www.gov.wales/baby-bundle

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Glasgow: Scottish Water and BT Workshop Monday 16th November

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Are you leaving the Armed Forces or exploring your next career move?

Our Armed Forces Belong Network is joining forces with BT Group to host a free Armed Forces Career Transition Workshop in Glasgow.

Whether you're a service leaver, veteran, reservist or part of an Armed Forces family, come along to explore career opportunities, meet employers and get practical advice on taking your next step.
📅 Monday 16 November 2026 | 9am-3pm
Alexander Bain House, York Street, Glasgow
Free to attend
To reserve your place, email Paul.2.Gilligan@bt.com.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Blandford: Garrison Pantomine - Cinderella Tues 8th Dec. Tickets on sale from Mon 16th Nov

 

Venue: Forum Cinema Blandford – 1615hrs doors open - 1700hrs performance commences.

Tickets £3. On sale from Williams Building (Welfare office) 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Leuchars: It's Panto season and Dick Whittington is coming to the Community Centre on Monday 16th Nov

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Dick Whittington is coming to the Leuchars Station community centre

Venue - Leuchars Station Community Centre

Date - Monday, 16th November

Doors open - 3.30pm

Show starts - 4pm

Please register with Marie-Anne in the welfare office

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Forres: Defence Garden Scheme and Erskine Veterans Charity Christmas Crafts, Friday 4th December

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Join Defence Garden Scheme and Erskine Veterans Charity for a Christmas craft workshop at Erskine Veterans Activity Centre North, Friday 4th December 10:30 - 2:30pm.

Fully funded and is open not only to veterans but those still serving and spouses.

To register your place Email evac-north@erskine.org.uk

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

First Defence Finance - How to start saving when you can't afford to

How to Start Saving When You Can't Afford To

Everyone has a different reason why they struggle to save money.

You might have bills to cover, family costs to think about, or a busy working life that makes it difficult to plan ahead. For serving personnel, veterans and military families, changes in circumstances can also make it harder to keep your finances predictable.

But you don't need to save a large amount to get started.

In this article, we'll look at some common savings challenges and simple ways to start building a habit, even when money feels tight.

What do you need help with?
I don't know how much I can afford to save
I can save, but I keep spending it
I keep forgetting to save
I can't save because I have debt
I'm already saving and want to save more

How much can I afford to save?
Forget about what you think you should be saving. Start with what your budget says you can realistically afford.

The free budget planner from MoneyHelper can help you work through your income and regular spending, from bills and food to travel and debt repayments.

Once you've covered your usual costs, you can look at what's left.

You don't have to start big. Start with what you can afford, then increase it when you can.

Maybe you can afford £25 a month. Maybe it's £10. Maybe it's £5.

That's your starting point.

If you want to see how small amounts can add up over time, try working out how much you could save over a year.

Saving £25 a month, for example, would give you £300 after 12 months, before any interest or returns.

Don't choose an amount that leaves you short later in the month. Saving £10 consistently is better than trying to save £100 and having to take it back out.

Use the MoneyHelper Budget Planner to see what you can afford to save →

How to stop dipping into your savings